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In 2026, Kirovohrad Region in Ukraine has become a hotspot for criminal activities and investigations. The State Bureau of Investigation uncovered numerous cases of corruption, including a National Guard lieutenant-colonel suspected of accepting bribes for $3,000 to facilitate soldier transfers. Drone attacks continue to plague the region, damaging infrastructure and homes. The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) disrupted terrorist plots targeting Kropyvnytskyi and detained Russian agents involved in espionage. The SSU and National Police exposed multiple draft evasion schemes, revealing the intricate network of criminal activities reshaping life in the Kirovohrad Region.

What criminal activities are prevalent in the Kirovohrad Region?

The Kirovohrad Region has seen various criminal activities, including corruption within the National Guard, bribery, espionage by Russian agents, and a series of drone attacks impacting residential infrastructure.

How has the SSU responded to threats in the Kirovohrad Region?

The SSU has been proactive, dismantling networks of Russian agents and exposing multiple evasion schemes. Their efforts have thwarted terrorist attacks and espionage activities aimed at disrupting regional stability.

Are drone attacks affecting the Kirovohrad Region?

Yes, the Kirovohrad Region has faced significant damage to infrastructure from drone attacks. These attacks pose ongoing challenges for local communities and authorities striving to maintain security and safety.

What schemes have been uncovered in Kropyvnytskyi related to military service evasion?

In Kropyvnytskyi, authorities uncovered several evasion schemes organized to bypass mandatory military service. These include the illegal sale of immunity from territorial centers and other deceptive tactics.

What is the impact of espionage on the Kirovohrad Region's security?

Espionage activities by Russian agents significantly threaten Kirovohrad Region's security, leading to targeted attacks and increased vulnerability. Counter-intelligence operations led by the SSU have been pivotal in mitigating these threats.

Has the Kirovohrad Region been involved in significant legal cases recently?

The Kirovohrad Region has witnessed high-profile legal cases, such as the sentencing of soldiers accused of torture, and the discovery of illegal underground petrol production, reflecting serious law enforcement challenges.

Are there ongoing peace and security measures in the Kirovohrad Region?

Efforts to enhance peace and security in the Kirovohrad Region involve coordinated actions by the SSU, SBI, and National Police, focusing on dismantling criminal networks and responding to threats against state and civilian infrastructure.

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Russia has attacked seven regions of Ukraine: there are fatalities and dozens of wounded. PHOTOS Russia has attacked seven regions of Ukraine: there are fatalities and dozens of wounded. PHOTOS On 21–22 September, Russian troops carried out strikes on populated areas in Ukraine. The Sumy, Chernihiv, Kharkiv, Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, Kherson and Mykolaiv regions came under enemy fire. 1 607 0

Enemy attacked Kirovohrad region: factory worker was injured. PHOTOS Enemy attacked Kirovohrad region: factory worker was injured. PHOTOS Russian troops attacked a facility in the Kropyvnytskyi district of Kirovohrad region during the night. One of the infrastructure facilities came under fire. 1 033 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kirovohrad region

Russia attacked nine regions of Ukraine: there are fatalities and injuries, including children among casualties. PHOTOS Russia attacked nine regions of Ukraine: there are fatalities and injuries, including children among casualties. PHOTOS Over the past 24 hours, Russian troops have carried out strikes on regions of Ukraine using attack drones, aerial bombs, missiles, artillery, and multiple launch rocket systems. The attacks have resulted in deaths and injuries, with children among the casualties. Residential buildings,... 1 401 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukraine

Three people were injured as result of Russian strike on farm in Kirovohrad region. PHOTOS Three people were injured as result of Russian strike on farm in Kirovohrad region. PHOTOS Today, 11 September, Russian forces launched a drone strike on the Oleksandriia district in the Kirovohrad region, resulting in casualties. 1 531 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kirovohrad region

Russia attacked Kropyvnytskyi and Zaporizhzhia: one person injured, fires broke out. PHOTO Russia attacked Kropyvnytskyi and Zaporizhzhia: one person injured, fires broke out. PHOTO Russia has launched jet-powered drones at Kropyvnytskyi – one person has been injured. 1 936 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Zaporizhzhia Shahed attack on Kropyvnytskyi

National Guard lieutenant-colonel is suspected of selling rear-line posts for $3,000 in Kirovohrad region, according to State Bureau of Investigation. VIDEO+PHOTO National Guard lieutenant-colonel is suspected of selling rear-line posts for $3,000 in Kirovohrad region, according to State Bureau of Investigation. VIDEO+PHOTO The head of one of the departments at the headquarters of a National Guard military unit and one of his subordinates have been caught in the Kirovohrad region. According to the investigation, they accepted bribes to help servicemen transfer to rear units and promised not to send them to... 2 685 6 Previously in trend: Evasion of military service

Drone attack on Kirovohrad region: house and infrastructure facility damaged. PHOTOS Drone attack on Kirovohrad region: house and infrastructure facility damaged. PHOTOS On the night of 14 August, the enemy launched yet another attack on the Kirovohrad region. A fire broke out at an infrastructure facility, and a residential building was damaged. 1 291 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kirovohrad region

Russian agent group adjusting strikes on Defense Forces in three regions detained - SSU. PHOTOS Russian agent group adjusting strikes on Defense Forces in three regions detained - SSU. PHOTOS The Security Service’s counter-intelligence unit has exposed an FSB agent network that was adjusting Russian air strikes against the Defence Forces in the Donetsk, Dnipropetrovsk and Kirovohrad regions. 2 613 8 Previously in trend: spying in favor of Russia

He was planning new attacks on energy sector and studying from Russian textbooks: enemy agent has been detained in Kropyvnytskyi, - SSU. PHOTO He was planning new attacks on energy sector and studying from Russian textbooks: enemy agent has been detained in Kropyvnytskyi, - SSU. PHOTO The Security Service has detained another Russian agent in Kropyvnytskyi who was preparing new enemy missile and drone attacks on targets in Ukraine’s fuel and energy sector. 2 254 7 Previously in trend: spying in favor of Russia

SSU, State Bureau of Investigation and National Police have uncovered further four ’evasion’ schemes in various regions of Ukraine. PHOTOS SSU, State Bureau of Investigation and National Police have uncovered further four ’evasion’ schemes in various regions of Ukraine. PHOTOS The Security Service, the State Bureau of Investigation and the National Police have uncovered four new schemes to evade mobilisation and detained seven organisers of these schemes in the Kharkiv, Kirovohrad and Vinnytsia regions. 1 577 9 Previously in trend: Draft evaders smuggling across the border

Enemy has advanced near Kostiantynivka in Donetsk region and in Zaliznychne in Zaporizhzhia region, - DeepState. MAP Enemy has advanced near Kostiantynivka in Donetsk region and in Zaliznychne in Zaporizhzhia region, - DeepState. MAP mapRussian occupation forces are advancing in the Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions. 8 722 37 Previously in trend: Update of DeepState map

Economic Security Bureau has shut down underground petrol production operation: 233,000 litres of counterfeit petrol worth 50 million hryvnias have been seized. PHOTO Economic Security Bureau has shut down underground petrol production operation: 233,000 litres of counterfeit petrol worth 50 million hryvnias have been seized. PHOTO The Economic Security Bureau has uncovered a group of individuals who organised the illegal production and sale of counterfeit fuel in the Kirovohrad and Dnipropetrovsk regions. During searches, law enforcement officers seized 233,000 litres of a liquid resembling petrol, with the total value of... 1 605 6 Previously in trend: produced counterfeits

Beaten and locked in shed for "breaches of discipline": two soldiers from "Skelia" regiment have been notified of suspicion of torturing their comrades – SBI. PHOTO Beaten and locked in shed for "breaches of discipline": two soldiers from "Skelia" regiment have been notified of suspicion of torturing their comrades – SBI. PHOTO The State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) has notified two servicemen from the ‘Skelia’ regiment that they are under suspicion of mistreating their comrades. 6 970 69 Previously in trend: Beating of soldiers

Second day of protests against Fedorov’s resignation began in Kyiv and other cities across Ukraine. VIDEO+PHOTOS Second day of protests against Fedorov’s resignation began in Kyiv and other cities across Ukraine. VIDEO+PHOTOS The second day of protests against President Zelenskyy’s decision not to reappoint Mykhailo Fedorov as Ukraine’s defence minister has begun. 6 239 62 Previously in trend: Fedorov’s resignation

Kropyvnytskyi, Vinnytsia, Mykolaiv, Odesa, Kharkiv: Ukrainians took to streets in support of Fedorov. VIDEO+PHOTOS Kropyvnytskyi, Vinnytsia, Mykolaiv, Odesa, Kharkiv: Ukrainians took to streets in support of Fedorov. VIDEO+PHOTOS On the morning of 16 July, a campaign in support of the sacked Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov got underway across Ukraine’s regions. 6 343 92 Previously in trend: Fedorov’s resignation

Sold ’immunity’ from TCR for $4,000: law enforcement officer detained in Kirovohrad region, - State Bureau of Investigation. PHOTOS Sold ’immunity’ from TCR for $4,000: law enforcement officer detained in Kirovohrad region, - State Bureau of Investigation. PHOTOS Officers from the State Bureau of Investigations (SBI), with the assistance of the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) and the leadership of the National Police, have exposed a law enforcement officer who was "selling" the right to move freely around the city and avoid being sent to the... 1 639 5 Previously in trend: Evasion from mobilization

In evening, enemy attacked Kropyvnytskyi: fire at enterprise has been extinguished. PHOTO In evening, enemy attacked Kropyvnytskyi: fire at enterprise has been extinguished. PHOTO On the evening of 28 June, the enemy launched an attack on an enterprise in Kropyvnytskyi. 1 220 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kirovohrad region

SSU and National Police expose 11 more "draft evasion schemes" in different regions of Ukraine. PHOTOS SSU and National Police expose 11 more "draft evasion schemes" in different regions of Ukraine. PHOTOS Security Service of Ukraine and the National Police have shut down 11 new schemes for evading mobilisation and detained the organisers of the schemes, who operated in different regions of Ukraine. 1 307 9

SSU, National Police and the Prosecutor’s Office have exposed a further four Russian agents involved in arson attacks in Ukraine. PHOTOS SSU, National Police and the Prosecutor’s Office have exposed a further four Russian agents involved in arson attacks in Ukraine. PHOTOS The Security Service, the National Police and the Prosecutor’s Office have exposed a further four FSB accomplices who carried out contract arson attacks in the Kirovohrad and Odesa regions. 1 311 13 Previously in trend: Detention of arsonists

Night-time UAV attack: house damaged in Kropyvnytskyi district of Kirovohrad region. PHOTO Night-time UAV attack: house damaged in Kropyvnytskyi district of Kirovohrad region. PHOTO Russian drones attacked the Kirovohrad region overnight, causing a fire on the roof of a private house in the Kropyvnytskyi district. 1 042 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kirovohrad region

Shooting at Svitlovodsk City Council: "Don’t come to me. Stay where you are, bitch! Stay where you are, you f#cking b#tch!". VIDEO (updated) Shooting at Svitlovodsk City Council: "Don’t come to me. Stay where you are, bitch! Stay where you are, you f#cking b#tch!". VIDEO (updated) Shots were fired inside the Svitlovodsk City Council building in the Kirovohrad region. 9 649 35

SSU has detained FSB agent who was preparing to blow up power substation in Kropyvnytskyi. PHOTO SSU has detained FSB agent who was preparing to blow up power substation in Kropyvnytskyi. PHOTO Law enforcement officers have uncovered a man recruited by the FSB who was planning to plant explosives near an electrical substation in Kropyvnytskyi. 1 598 13 Previously in trend: Recruited FSB agents

Occupiers struck railway and port infrastructure: no casualties. PHOTOS Occupiers struck railway and port infrastructure: no casualties. PHOTOS On the night of 26 March, Russian occupiers once again attacked Ukraine’s railway and port infrastructure. 1 511 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities

Russian drones attacked the Kirovohrad region: two people injured (updated). PHOTOS Russian drones attacked the Kirovohrad region: two people injured (updated). PHOTOS During the evening of 22 March, Russian occupiers attacked the Kirovohrad region with strike drones. 2 105 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kirovohrad region

SSU and National Police detain 5 more agitators of ruscism in different regions of Ukraine. PHOTOS SSU and National Police detain 5 more agitators of ruscism in different regions of Ukraine. PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) and the National Police have detained five more pro-Kremlin agitators who called on the ruscists to continue shelling Ukraine and seize the entire territory of the country. 1 643 6 Previously in trend: Pro-Russian agitators

He had residence permit and was spying for Russians: SSU detained Russian citizen in Kirovohrad region. PHOTO He had residence permit and was spying for Russians: SSU detained Russian citizen in Kirovohrad region. PHOTO In the Kirovohrad region, a Russian citizen was detained who worked for the Russian GRU and tracked the locations of the Defence Forces, which the occupiers were preparing to attack. 3 729 7 Previously in trend: Detention of adjusters spying in favor of Russia

NABU and National Police expose judge from Kirovohrad region for taking bribe to close case. PHOTO NABU and National Police expose judge from Kirovohrad region for taking bribe to close case. PHOTO The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) and the Specialised Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAPO), together with law enforcement agencies, have exposed a district court judge in the Kirovohrad region and his accomplice for receiving unlawful benefits. 2 414 9 Previously in trend: Grafters

20 thousand dollars for "reservation" - in Kropyvnytskyi, SBI detained officer of regional TCR and SS. VIDEO+PHOTOS 20 thousand dollars for "reservation" - in Kropyvnytskyi, SBI detained officer of regional TCR and SS. VIDEO+PHOTOS With the assistance of the Security Service of Ukraine, employees of the State Bureau of Investigation exposed a serviceman of the Kirovohrad Regional TCR and SS who had organised a scheme to earn money by evading mobilisation. 4 258 17 Previously in trend: Corruption in TCR

Mobilised serviceman who went AWOL planned to kill state official in Kropyvnytskyi – SSU. PHOTO Mobilised serviceman who went AWOL planned to kill state official in Kropyvnytskyi – SSU. PHOTO An attempted murder of an official from a state institution responsible for the defence training of the population in the Kirovohrad region was prevented in the centre of Kropyvnytskyi. 4 837 15 Previously in trend: Terrorist attacks in Ukraine High treason

In Kirovohrad region, residents honor children whose lives were cut short by Russia’s war against Ukraine. VIDEO+PHOTOS In Kirovohrad region, residents honor children whose lives were cut short by Russia’s war against Ukraine. VIDEO+PHOTOS In Oleksandriia, Kirovohrad region, a memorial event was held to honor children whose lives were cut short by Russia’s war against Ukraine. 1 379 2 Previously in trend: Children are victims of war

Enemy attacked Kirovohrad region at night: buildings damaged, train schedule changed. PHOTO Enemy attacked Kirovohrad region at night: buildings damaged, train schedule changed. PHOTO As a result of Russia's attack on critical infrastructure in Kirovohrad region, 5 settlements are without power. "Ukrzaliznytsia" has changed the routes of several suburban trains. 2 681 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia infrastructure in Kirovohrad region Shelling of Kirovohrad region

Rescuers dealing with aftermath of drone attack in Kirovohrad region. PHOTOS Rescuers dealing with aftermath of drone attack in Kirovohrad region. PHOTOS On the night of 23 September, the enemy struck again in the Kirovohrad region 1 160 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kirovohrad region

Enemy struck infrastructure facilities in Kropyvnytskyi district with drones: regional center and 44 settlements were partially cut off from power (updated). PHOTOS Enemy struck infrastructure facilities in Kropyvnytskyi district with drones: regional center and 44 settlements were partially cut off from power (updated). PHOTOS On the night of 17 September, Russian troops attacked infrastructure facilities in the Kropyvnytskyi district, Kirovohrad region. As a result of the UAV hit, fires broke out at three locations. 2 758 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kirovohrad region

Drone attack on Znamianka: over 60 private houses damaged, windows blown out in 7 apartment buildings. PHOTO Drone attack on Znamianka: over 60 private houses damaged, windows blown out in 7 apartment buildings. PHOTO Restoration works are underway in Znamianka after a Russian drone strike. 1 812 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kirovohrad region

Consequences of night shelling of Kirovohrad region by Russian troops: 2 houses destroyed, 28 damaged. PHOTOS Consequences of night shelling of Kirovohrad region by Russian troops: 2 houses destroyed, 28 damaged. PHOTOS Russian troops attacked the Kirovohrad region, resulting in a number of casualties. 2 026 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kirovohrad region

Day in Donetsk region: 2 people killed, 11 wounded, Druzhkivka, Myrnohrad and Kostiantynivka under attack. PHOTOS Day in Donetsk region: 2 people killed, 11 wounded, Druzhkivka, Myrnohrad and Kostiantynivka under attack. PHOTOS Two people were killed and 11 others were injured as a result of Russian shelling of Donetsk region over the past day. 564 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region

In Kropyvnytskyi, building and fire and rescue equipment of State Emergency Service damaged as result of shelling. PHOTOS In Kropyvnytskyi, building and fire and rescue equipment of State Emergency Service damaged as result of shelling. PHOTOS As a result of a massive enemy attack, one of the units of the State Emergency Service in Kirovohrad region was damaged on the night of 28 July. 1 370 0 Previously in trend: Shahed attack on Kropyvnytskyi

Instructor brutally beat cadet with rifle butt in Kirovohrad region: he has been notified of suspicion, - SBI. PHOTOS Instructor brutally beat cadet with rifle butt in Kirovohrad region: he has been notified of suspicion, - SBI. PHOTOS SBI officers served a notice of suspicion to a training platoon instructor who had severely beaten a cadet at a training ground in Kirovohrad region. 7 583 66 Previously in trend: Beating of serviceman

Strike on Svitlovodsk: four buildings completely destroyed, school and library damaged. PHOTO Strike on Svitlovodsk: four buildings completely destroyed, school and library damaged. PHOTO In Svitlovodsk, reconstruction work after the enemy attack and inspection of damaged property is underway. 1 935 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kirovohrad region

Enemy attacked Svitlovodsk at night, enterprise damaged, three wounded Enemy attacked Svitlovodsk at night, enterprise damaged, three wounded Russian invaders attacked Svitlovodsk in the Kirovohrad region at night. Around two o'clock, powerful explosions were heard in the city. 3 620 8 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kirovohrad region

He embezzled UAH 11 million on supply of low-quality military uniforms: MP will be tried in Kirovohrad region - SBI. PHOTOS He embezzled UAH 11 million on supply of low-quality military uniforms: MP will be tried in Kirovohrad region - SBI. PHOTOS The State Bureau of Investigation, in cooperation with the SID of the National Police, completed a pre-trial investigation into a deputy of one of the city councils of Kirovohrad region who, together with his accomplices, supplied low-quality clothing to the military. 3 456 13 Previously in trend: Clothing procurement for AFU Embezzlement of funds

Number of wounded in Kropyvnytskyi increased to 14. Almost 90 houses were damaged. PHOTOS Number of wounded in Kropyvnytskyi increased to 14. Almost 90 houses were damaged. PHOTOS In Kropyvnytskyi, Kirovohrad region, the number of people injured by Russian shelling on the night of 20 March has risen to 14, and expert inspections of 70 private and 17 apartment buildings are underway. 3 661 3 Previously in trend: Shahed attack on Kropyvnytskyi

Kropyvnytskyi suffered most massive enemy attack: 11 people were injured, including 4 children (updated). PHOTOS Kropyvnytskyi suffered most massive enemy attack: 11 people were injured, including 4 children (updated). PHOTOS On the night of 19 March, Russians launched drone strikes on Kropyvnytskyi. As a result of the attack, civilian infrastructure was damaged. 16 104 34 Previously in trend: Shahed attack on Kropyvnytskyi

SSU: FSB agent detained, faces life imprisonment for planning arson of power substation in Kirovohrad region. PHOTO SSU: FSB agent detained, faces life imprisonment for planning arson of power substation in Kirovohrad region. PHOTO The SSU detained an FSB agent in Kropyvnytskyi who was preparing to set fire to a power substation that supplies a hospital and military units. 2 193 10

At night, drone hit high-rise building in Dolynska, Kirovohrad region, injuring woman and two children. PHOTOS At night, drone hit high-rise building in Dolynska, Kirovohrad region, injuring woman and two children. PHOTOS On the night of 18 February, an enemy drone hit a multi-storey building in Dolynska, Kirovohrad Oblast. 2 894 1

"Shaheds" attacked Kirovohrad region: houses damaged in Kropyvnytskyi district. PHOTO "Shaheds" attacked Kirovohrad region: houses damaged in Kropyvnytskyi district. PHOTO Russian troops attacked the territory of Kirovohrad region with "Shaheds". Air raid alerts continued throughout the night and morning in the region. 1 659 2

Commander of military unit caused UAH 12 million in losses to state by purchasing fuel tanks. He will be tried - SBI. PHOTO Commander of military unit caused UAH 12 million in losses to state by purchasing fuel tanks. He will be tried - SBI. PHOTO SBI officers completed a pre-trial investigation against the commander of a military unit in the Kirovohrad region, whose negligence caused the budget to lose almost UAH 12 million. 9 396 14

Russia attacked Kirovohrad region with drones: houses were damaged, a fire broke out. PHOTO Russia attacked Kirovohrad region with drones: houses were damaged, a fire broke out. PHOTO Russian occupants attacked the Kirovohrad region with drones. Air defense forces were operating in the Kropyvnytskyi district. 1 389 0 Previously in trend: War

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